Summary: Cycling in the Heat Do you like it hot? Well, depending on where you live you might not have a choice and will need to ride your bike in some extremely hot temperatures for at least part of the year. We sort of labeled a hot ride as anytime the temperature climbs above 90 degrees and or the Dew point is 65% or greater...but it really comes down to what you're accustomed to and how well acclimatized you are. If it's hot to you, then it's a hot ride. In this edition of the Cycling 360 podcast, the guys talk about many of the factors that should be taken into consideration when riding your bike in the heat. Tune into this one to find out more about: Knowing your limits Pre-Ride preparations for a hot ride Warning signs of heat stroke Water, water, water Warning signs of dehydration Eating for the heat On the ride heat mitigation Accessories to help keep you cool Post ride cooling down recommendations Our favorite food and drink recipes for when it's hot Plus the Cycling 360 Quicktip and much more Additional Links: Cycling Hydration Chart Taking a Third Bottle on a Hot Ride Hydration Tabs Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed
